Comparison

Camera Connect & Control vs Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Camera Connect & Control

Seamlessly connect your DSLR or WiFi camera to your smartphone. View, share, and download photos directly from your camera. Offers remote capture, live view control, and advanced features like focus bracketing and bulb capture.

Highlights
  • View camera photos in a grid
  • Quick JPG and RAW file loading
  • Direct photo sharing to other apps
  • Download files to phone
  • Remote capture
  • Live view camera control
  • Focus bracketing and bulb capture
Features
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Connect your camera with your phone and bring your photography skills to a new level. This app is the reason why gps & wifi suddenly makes sense on your camera. Features: - View all pictures on the camera in a nice grid. - Quick loading of jpg and raw files (CR2 and NEF). - Directly share pictures from camera to other apps (like Whatsapp, Instagram, Facebook) - Download complete files from camera to files app - Remote capture - Connect your camera to the hotspot of your phone if no wifi is available - see protected files - Bulb capture - Focus bracketing - Use liveview to control all settings of your camera - Use usb or wifi connection Features of paid version: Lite - show Exif data (including gps data) - download of singles files (also Raw) - bulk download, bulk delete, bulk share - filter current view (raw, jpeg, videos, protected files) Pro - Liveview with camera control - Change settings of the camera (shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, iso, whitebalance, picture style, drivemode, metering, image format) Supported cameras: Canon (cameras without wifi must be connected via usb) • M10, M100 • EOS R, RP, R1, R5, R5 II, R6, R6 II, R6 III, R7, R8, R10, R50, R50V, R100 • 1Ds Mark III • 1D X, 1D X Mark II, 1D X Mark III • 1D Mark IV • 5D Mark II, 5D Mark III, 5D Mark IV • 5DS • 6D, 6D Mark II • 7D, 7D Mark II • 50D, 60D, 70D, 80D, 90D • 100D / REBEL SL1 • 200D / REBEL SL2 • 250D / REBEL SL3 • 500D / REBEL T1i • 550D / REBEL T2i  • 600D / REBEL T3i • 650D / REBEL T4i • 700D / REBEL T5i • 750D / REBEL T6i • 760D / REBEL T6s • 800D / REBEL T7i • 1100D / REBEL T3 • 1200D / REBEL T5 • 1300D / REBEL T6 • 1500D / 2000D / REBEL T7 • 3000D / 4000D / REBEL T100 Nikon • D90 • D300, D300S • D500 • D600, D610 • D750 • D850 • D3400, D3500 • D5200, D5300, D5500, D5600 • D7100, D7200, D7500 • P900 • Z30, Z50, Z50 II • Z5, Z5 II, Z6, Z6 II, Z6 III, Z7, Z7 II, Z8, Z9 Sony Cameras after 2020 using PTP (Camera Remote Command) • ILCE-1(M2) • ILCE-9M2/M3 • ILCE-7RM5/M6 • ILCE-7RM4(A) • ILCE-7CR • ILCE-7SM3 • ILCE-7M4/M5 • ILCE-7C(M2) • ILCE-7RM3A • ILCE-7M2/M3 • ILCE-6700 • ILCE-6600 • ILCE-6400(A) • ILCE-6100(A) • DSC-RX1RM3 • DSC-RX0M2 • DSC-RX100M7(A) • DSC-RX100M5A • DSC-RX10M4 • DSC-HX99 Cameras before 2020: using Smart Remote Control app, like Alpha 6300. Important: update 'Smart Remote Control' on your camera before using this. To update open 'PlayMemories Camera Apps' and select 'Smart Remote Control' from the list of apps. Terms of use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

Control multiple GoPro cameras simultaneously using low energy Bluetooth. Start/stop recording, tag moments, manage settings, and monitor camera status remotely. Offers advanced features like live preview and media download for enhanced shooting experiences.

Highlights
  • Start/stop recording via Bluetooth
  • Tag moments
  • Set camera date and time
  • Power off camera
  • Locate camera
  • Show camera state
  • Control multiple cameras simultaneously
Features
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The Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® cameras app allows you to control multiple GoPro® cameras via low energy Bluetooth. The app is compatible with: GoPro® Hero 3 (White, Silver, and Black Edition) GoPro® Hero 4 (Silver and Black Edition), GoPro® Hero 5 Black Edition, GoPro® Hero 5 Session, GoPro® Hero 6 Black Edition, GoPro® Hero 7 White/Silver/Black Edition, GoPro® Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, and Hero8 Black, GoPro® Hero 11 Mini, Hero 2024, Lit Hero, GoPro Mission 1 Pro, GoPro® Max and Max 2 360°, and GoPro® Fusion 360° cameras. Demo video: https://youtu.be/wDL1kgewIZQ ## Features - Start/stop recording via low energy Bluetooth (requires much less battery than WiFi!). - Tag moments. - Set the camera's date and time. - Power off the camera. - Locate the camera (via beep sound). - Quickly show the camera state (recording time, free space, number of recorded photos and videos, estimated number of remaining photos and video recording time, battery state, GoPro® Max lens mount state, GoPro® media mount microphone state). ## Pro Features - Start and stop recording and tag moments on multiple cameras at the same time. - Change camera settings. - Create and edit presets on Hero 8 and newer models. - Show the live preview of one camera in full screen mode. - Download media (photos, videos) from one camera. - Control GoPro cameras with external Bluetooth keyboards: https://www.cameraremote.de/camera-tools-keyboard-shortcuts-for-controlling-gopro-cameras/ - Control GoPro cameras via Bluetooth: Hero 5 Session, Hero 5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/13, Max, Max 2, Fusion, GoPro Mission 1 Pro. - Control GoPro cameras via WiFi (one camera at the same time only!): Hero 3, 4 (Session/Silver/Black Edition), Hero 5 Session, Hero 5/6/7, Fusion. - Control GoPro cameras via USB (iPad Pro only): Hero 8, 10, and 11/12/13, Max 2, GoPro Mission 1 Pro. ### Disclaimer This product and/or service is not affiliated with, endorsed by or in any way associated with GoPro Inc. or its products and services. GoPro, HERO and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc

Screenshots

Camera Connect & Control4 screens
Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®1 screens

Verdict

The call

Camera Connect & Control and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 47% of Camera Connect & Control's written reviews are positive against 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s. Camera Connect & Control also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Camera Connect & Control sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for Camera Connect & Control against 4.0 for Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 725 and 609 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 47% of Camera Connect & Control's written reviews are positive against 21% of Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Camera Connect & Control ships an update monthly, Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Camera Connect & Control versus Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamera Connect & ControlBluetooth Remote for GoPro®
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (725 ratings)4.0 (609 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.5% of reviews — better20.6% of reviews
Number of ratings725 — better609
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRupert KurkaHarald Meyer

Customer experience

Camera Connect & Control

All ratings725 ratings
Positive70.9%
Neutral5.2%
Negative23.9%
Written reviews260 reviews
Positive46.5%
Neutral7.3%
Negative46.2%

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

All ratings609 ratings
Positive72.2%
Neutral5.6%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews102 reviews
Positive20.6%
Neutral1.0%
Negative78.4%

User reviews

Camera Connect & Control

From 725 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great with Nikon and Canon cameras
  • 👍 Useful for astrophotography and remote shooting
  • 🚀 Reliable connection and file transfer
  • 👍 Helpful for focus stacking and intervalometer
  • 👍 Good value for the price

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unstable Wi-Fi connection and frequent disconnects
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with certain camera models
  • 🐛 Blurry or low-quality image downloads
  • 🔋 High battery drain on cameras
  • 👎 Confusing or lacking instructions

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

From 609 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great app to control GoPro cameras
  • 👍 Reliable connection and control
  • 💡 Useful features like spot metering

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • 🤔 Confusing setup and instructions
  • 💰 Paywall for full functionality

Bugs and requests

Camera Connect & Control

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes or freezes during use
  • Unable to connect to camera or transfer files
  • Paid features not working as expected
  • Deleted photos not recoverable

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more camera models
  • Improve Wi-Fi stability and reliability
  • Allow direct USB connection for faster transfers
  • Implement a more user-friendly interface
  • Provide better documentation and troubleshooting guides

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Doesn't work with older GoPro models
  • Live preview lags or doesn't work
  • Unexpected charges or billing issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Apple Watch app for remote control
  • Ability to rename cameras
  • Improved UI and organization

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Camera Connect & Control

Subscriptions2
  • CCC Pro - Monthly subscription$4.991 Month
  • CCC Pro - Yearly subscription$12.991 Year
One-time4
  • 3 day TrialFree
  • CCC Lite - One time purchase$9.99
  • Upgrade to Pro$24.99
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  • CCC Pro - One time purchase$29.99
1 purchases

Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®

One-time1
  • Activate all features$9.99

Questions

Is Camera Connect & Control free?
Camera Connect & Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® free?
Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Camera Connect & Control or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?
Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® is rated higher. Camera Connect & Control averages 3.9 out of 5 from 725 ratings, while Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® averages 4.0 from 609 ratings.
Do Camera Connect & Control or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® have ads?
Neither Camera Connect & Control nor Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Camera Connect & Control or Bluetooth Remote for GoPro®?
Camera Connect & Control ships an update monthly, and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® every 3 weeks. Most recently, Camera Connect & Control was updated on September 24, 2026 and Bluetooth Remote for GoPro® on September 24, 2026.

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